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MSc in Computer Science – Artificial Intelligence

NUI Galway (online)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been at the forefront of computer science research for over 50 years. In recent years a confluence of breakthroughs in hardware capability and insights into algorithm design have made the early promise of intelligent machines a reality. AI is one of the fastest growing areas of ICT industry and research. It has the potential to positively transform every aspect of all our lives, from smart cities and autonomous vehicles, through to improved healthcare services and low-carbon economies.

This innovative online MSc. in Artificial Intelligence will equip the student with state of-the-art knowledge and practical skills that are increasingly sought after in industry today.

For more information visit https://www.ictskillnet.ie/training/msc-in-computer-science-artificial-intelligence/

National MSc In Artificial Intelligence

Online

The programme runs over 2 years with 5 teaching semesters and 1 research project semester and includes a Certificate in Artificial Intelligence awarded at level 8 of the National Framework of Qualifications at the end of the first semester.

One distinguishing quality of this programme is that each and every module delivered on this programme was designed specifically for this programme. ICT Skillnet and our industry board provided extensive input to ensure content is relevant to industry, and online delivery is at the core of the pedagogical approach. As a result, all modules are structured around a number of so-called E-tivities. These allow you to explore relevant subjects in a self-driven manner, with expert support from module leaders and moderators who guide students in smaller groups. This type of learning has been demonstrated to be an extremely efficient method of learning, and this is certainly been our experience also!

For more information visit https://www.ictskillnet.ie/training/national-msc-in-artificial-intelligence-online/

MSc in Computing – Artificial Intelligence

Online via Dublin City University

While Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been a core area of investigation since the early days of Computer Science more than 50 years ago, recent years have witnessed an exponential growth in the application of AI in operational settings.

As a result, there is strong demand for graduates with the highly specialised multi-disciplinary skills that are required in AI, both as practitioners in the development of AI applications and as researchers into the advanced capabilities required for the creation of next-generation AI systems. This MSc in Computing (Artificial Intelligence) is designed to meet this training need, by providing a balanced programme of instruction across a range of relevant disciplines.

For more information visit https://www.ictskillnet.ie/training/msc-in-computing-artificial-intelligence-online/

MSc in Blockchain – Distributed Ledger Technologies

Online via Dublin City University

Blockchain is a rapidly growing technology with the potential to disrupt traditional practices across a wide range of industries. The lack of technical Blockchain skills is of national and international concern as it is a significant inhibitor to Blockchain adoption in companies across key industries including manufacturing, supply-chain, health, food, finance and the public sector.

With its roots in Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, Blockchain technology provides a distributed non-repudiable ledger. It works on decentralised platforms and offers significant advantages for business operations in terms of transparency, elimination of third parties, cost reduction, micropayments, cryptographic security, and permanent transactions. Blockchain enhances the speed and transparency of transactions along complex supply chains while reducing costs. It optimises back and middle business processes and transactions, augmenting security, reporting and regulatory and compliance profiles.

IDA Ireland’s Blockchain strategy aims to promote Ireland as a European location for Blockchain developments and in 2018, the Minister for Finance published a discussion paper examining the potential of virtual currencies and Blockchain technology. Working with Blockchain Ireland, the Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet has identified the skills gap for software developers with the requisite Blockchain knowledge and development skills and is co-funding this new MSc as a direct response to this need.

For more information visit https://www.ictskillnet.ie/training/msc-in-blockchain/

MSc in Innovation in FinTech

Online

The world we live in today and increasingly in the future is facing rapid technology change. This has been characterised as the 4th industrial revolution such is the scale of change.

Recently at the World Economic Forum 2020 summit in Davos, this challenge was characterised through the prism of the huge upskilling and reskilling challenge that is facing enterprises and employees.

Where a workforce is a key element for performance and innovation creation, the need to develop key experts (talent) for innovation and to keep pace with cutting edge competitiveness is critical.

For more information visit https://www.ictskillnet.ie/training/msc-in-innovation-in-fintech/

Business Beyond Borders Expo

RDS, Dublin

Digital Business Ireland’s Business Beyond Borders Expo will feature speakers from an array of global brands, such as Microsoft, Trustpilot hummgroup PLC, DocuSign and PUIG, and will include sessions led by some of Ireland’s most prominent business organisations such as Enterprise Ireland and the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland, among others. Many of the representative body’s extensive network of partners will also address attendees.

These include prominent facilitators of digital growth for businesses, such as Core Optimisation, Checkout.com, Milk Bottle Labs, .IE, Tap Retail, and digifly. Also set to speak are the winners of the national website of the year at this year’s National Digital Awards: An Post, as well as Jason Kiernan, senior digital communications manager at the Houses of the Oireachtas who leads the internal and social media communications for the Irish Parliament.  

For more information visit https://beyondborders.ie/.

Diploma in Global Business Services

Online

The Diploma in Global Business Services is an introductory professional development course which aims to develop the core knowledge, skills and competencies of the Global Business Services and Shared Services talent pool in Ireland based on internationally recognised best practice. The course has been developed through a unique collaboration of the Technological University Dublin (City Campus) and The Hackett Institute, the professional education arm of The Hackett Group, supported and funded by Skillnets Ireland, IDA Ireland, American Chamber of Commerce in Ireland, Technology Ireland and their member companies. Together they have crafted a rigorous globally unique course with an academic qualification which will be easy for individuals to access and which is based on cutting-edge insights and best practices.

The success of Global Business Services or Shared Services organisations depends in large part on the knowledge, skills and capabilities of their staff. With the emergence of multifunctional Global Business Services organisations in a knowledge-centric ecosystem, learning and development is imperative to create and motivate high-performing professionals and teams. This programme is a national level intervention to establish an accredited professional development pathway to support this important industry.

For more information visit https://www.ictskillnet.ie/training/gbs-skills-career-pathway-programme-2/

MSc In Fintech Innovation

Online

This innovative online MSc in Fintech Innovation will equip graduates with critical insights into Fintech across the key pillars of finance, technology and innovation. It meets the needs and contributes significantly to future proofing the financial operations across all domains including the financial services sector itself. Digital technologies and developments are continuing to influence transformation in business and operational models.

Knowing your customer (KYC) is central to these models, embracing key innovative tools such as data analytics, design thinking, sprints, development operations and UX. This has created a growing demand for talent with the ability to transcend knowledge domains in finance, innovation and technology. This flexibility is required to support inter-and multidisciplinary innovation teams to work with agility. This leads to the development of products and services for B2B, B2C or new hybrid products and services reaching the market.

Participants also have the opportunity to engage with and learn from our industry partners through our panel of Emerging Technology Series of Thought Leaders.

For more information visit https://www.ictskillnet.ie/training/msc-in-fintech-innovation/

Diploma in Inside Sales (Digital Sales)

The transformation of inside sales continues to grow apace and it is now the dominant sales model for reps in B2B, tech, SaaS, and a variety of B2C settings selling high value items. It routinely involves high-touch transactions using advanced digital modalities.

The Diploma in Inside Sales (Digital Sales) course will –

• Equip you with the knowledge, skill set and cutting-edge toolsets to operate in functional team settings in Inside Sales environments
• Lead to the award of a Diploma in Inside Sales from TU Dublin with 30 Level 8 ECTS credits
• Grant you a one-year membership of the AA-ISP (American Association of Inside Sales Professionals)
• The course is delivered mainly online as a joint venture between TU Dublin and the AA-ISP (American Association of Inside Sales Professionals) with financial support from Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet.

For more information visit https://www.ictskillnet.ie/training/inside-sales-programme/

UXDX EMEA

RDS, Dublin

UXDX EMEA helps companies shift from projects to product teams. We bring together Product, UX, Design and Dev to learn the latest practices, methods and tools for high-performing cross-functional product teams. We focus on t-shaped skills, actionable case studies and support using the UXDX Model because it takes a full team to build amazing products.

For more information visit https://uxdx.com/emea/2022

GamerFest

RDS, Dublin

GamerFest, Ireland’s biggest gaming and esports festival, is returning to the RDS, Dublin this October 22nd & 23rd. The epic weekend celebration of gaming entertainment will include the latest games, VR gaming, esports and gaming challenges, a host of special guests including top Twitch and YouTube creators, and a variety of live stage content.

Fans of esports will witness a packed line-up of competitive action on the GamerFest Main Stage including an Official Partnership with Ubisoft and the launch of the GamerFest Rainbow Six Siege Ireland Open. This tournament offers an incredible opportunity for Irish teams to qualify for the UK Ireland Nationals (UKIN) and ultimately earn a professional spot in the Rainbow Six Northern Premier League.

Organisers have also confirmed a ground-breaking partnership with Legion Collegiate Esports, Ireland’s dedicated esports series for third-level students in Ireland, which will see some of the best student esports talent in the country go head to head across a range of titles including Rocket League, Apex Legends and FIFA.

Visitors to the event will have the opportunity to get hands on with HADO, the very latest in Augmented Reality (AR) gaming, where players do battle with virtual energy balls and shields on a real life court. HADO will also launch the first ever Irish HADO Championship at GamerFest which will see the winning team represent Ireland at the upcoming HADO European Championships in France.

For more information visit GamerFest.ie

Sustainability in Creative Industries

Online

The first edition of the international conference on Envision will work towards studying several aspect that influence the sustainable growth in creative industry by using sustainable development goals (SDG).

This multi-disciplinary conference aims to encourage ideas for sustainable development in the creative industry by emphasising the SDG, such as the SDG application in creative industries, the contributions of creative industry to achieve SDG, and the post-pandemic recovery strategies in this uncertain condition. It is expected that this conference will generate state-of-the-art insights to the creative industry players through exchange of knowledge with the experts in facing this uncertain condition.

For more information visit https://bit.ly/3n8DeYg